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The secret dragon

Clarke, E. J.2019
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Young paleontologist Mari finds a dragon while fossil hunting on a Welsh beach - a dragon who doesn't want to be studied and just wants to be free. The dragon's tiny size belies a massive capacity for mischief. Hearty storytelling with cross-gender appeal. The perfect tale of friendship and adventure for young explorers aged 8+, shortlisted for the 2020 Tir na n-Og Awards. 'So if you're not an animal that's alive today, and you're not an animal that's extinct either, what on earth are you?'Mari Jones is desperate to be a real scientist, even though she's only eleven. So when she discovers a tiny dragon while fossil hunting on the beach, she's sure she can find a good scientific explanation - as long as she can keep it hidden long enough to study it.Unfortunately for Mari, this is one secret that doesn't want to be kept. And as she starts to form a deeper bond with the mischievous dragon, she might have to admit that, when it comes to friendship, science might not have all the answers...'A heart-warming story' - Guardian'Utterly enchanting' - Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper's Island'Seamless storytelling interwoven with fascinating science . . . perfect for reading aloud!' - Piers Torday, author of The Lost Magician
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